Avoid the crowded tour bus! Travel at your own pace, request photo stops and discover unique Victoria facts and sites with your personal tour guide.
Gabriel has been cited as the best guide by Princess Cruises for several years. Gabriel has been a long time resident of Victoria and will help you develop a splendid itinerary, and visit with you. Experience Victoria’s neighborhoods with old- world charm and the city’s many green spaces — including the famous Butchart Gardens.
Your private sightseeing tour begins with pick-up from your Vancouver accommodation or the cruise ship terminal. You travel in a modern and comfortable Mercedes minibus. Relax and enjoy a scenic cruise through the Gulf Islands aboard BC ferry. The first stop on your custom tour is Butchart Gardens. Michael will take you on a stroll through flower-lined paths and identify the themed gardens and the masterful landscaping.
After your garden visit, you will head into Victoria for a guided sightseeing tour of the city’s central neighborhoods and parks. Visit landmarks such as the Legislature Buildings, Empress Hotel, Beacon Hill Park and more.
Hear fascinating facts about the capital city along the way and stop whenever you’d like to have some free time to explore. Your 13-hour day ends with a return ferry ride from Victoria and drop-off at a hotel of your choice in Vancouver by late evening.
Add another travel dimension and save travel time by returning to Vancouver by seaplane or by helicopter. We will meet you on arrival to take you to the hotel of your choice.
Pick-Up from Hotel, Private residence or Air B&B in Vancouver
About 8:30 AM